Yearly comprehensive eye exams are recommended for most children and adults to monitor for changes in eye health and eyeglass prescription.

A yearly exam may also include a dilation to check for signs of diseases such as glaucoma and cataracts or possible dangerous ocular effects of high blood pressure and diabetes.

Additional testing is always a consideration.

A comprehensive eye exam includes:

  • determination of eyeglass prescription
  • eye muscle imbalance
  • focusing problems
  • eye disease